<p>I just talked to a coach and they said I'd be a great fit for the team and academically, and that the people will like my school workload. They wanted me to go visit their school, which I plan on doing on November 9th. However, I saw on some cc threads that most d3 recruits apply ea or ed... but I'm not planning on doing so (good idea or not)? I really do like this school but it is an all girls school--a big jump for me who has always gone to co-ed schools. So I'd rather not apply ED to that school. </p>
<p>I'm wondering if I get a "tip/pull" because of this sport when I apply (according to what the coach said)? Or is the d3 coach just saying you'd fit in well but good luck when you apply. </p>
<p>Also, so far I've only contacted three schools through their online survey and one of them got back to me. Should I reach out to more d3 schools? I feel that it's kind of awkward since I'm already talking to one coach (is it normal to talk to multiple coaches at once?).</p>
<p>I’ll start with the last ? first. It’s <em>definately</em> OK to be speaking to more than one coach. Not only because there very well might be more than one school that tickles your fancy, as well as the reason you mentioned, namely that there is a good bit of “coach speak” where coaches may identify you as a good candidate, an asset to the school and program, but not necessarily throw their support behind you should you need it for admissions. (For perspective, my child was recruited by 7 schools…ongoing communication with all from the spring of Jr year right up till we sent in the deposit in May of Sr year…that was after sending questionaires to more than 25 schools.) Coaches want you to apply early. It makes their job much easier if they can fill their roster early. But they also know well the realities of the economy and that many students will need substantial aid in order to attend college. In our experience, even the coaches that swore up and down that XX% of last years roster was filled with ED applicants…respected the fact that my child was applying RD so that we could compare aid packages. If you establish a decent relationship with a coach you can and should be pretty candid with your questions and concerns. A coach who’s been at if for any length of time won’t flinch at an honest question…and it’s probably one he’s heard over and over again. If your concern is whether you’ll make it past admissions it’s OK to ask a coach (again, once you’ve established yourself) if he/she feels you’d be accepted without support and if the answer is no, or questionable, to followup with whether you could expect their support. Good luck!</p>
<p>Thank you! that was really helpful<br>
Unfortunately… I just contacted schools about two weeks ago, so I don’t have any decent relationship yet with the coach. Do you have any tips on “establishing” myself? I really do like the school. Also, what’s your thought on contacting schools through their assistance coaches instead of head coaches? The assistant coach at the school is considered the “recruiter” … or is labeled on the website as one haha. So I guess, in your past experience, did it make a difference to contact the head coach instead of the assistant coach? (the assist. coach replied to my survey and talks with the head coach)</p>
<p>In our experience with football recruiting it was a few things - camps (which alot of people think are a waste of time, and in hindsight I tend to agree), getting the highlight tape out,
my son put together a packet with all of his transcripts and test scores and resume etc and got that out. He won a few awards in his senior season and he would email the coaches with updates. Completely OK to speak to the recruiting coach. At some schools my son danced with that was who he spoke to, but at others it was strictly the head coach. I guess it depends on the school and the program. Since you’re planning a visit to the school anyway, why not ask the assistant coach if you might meet with him? If yours is a fall sport it might not be possible, since most fall schedules go into mid-November but you never know. :)</p>
<p>The assist. coach requested that I meet him and the head coach (eep!) for basketball. So I guess it’s kind of like an interview of sorts… How often do things “fall through” nicely? Crossing my fingers for this school. Thanks again!</p>
<p>A sit-down with the head coach is definately a good sign. This is NESCAC, no? I’d say you’re in good shape! Don’t sweat the meeting…they tend to be pretty informal.</p>
<p>nope it’s Newmac, the one with all the all-women colleges. Does that make any difference? Oh gee I’m so anxious. How long do they usually take to respond to emails? They wouldn’t “say” they’re interested and then just drop you right? D:</p>
<p>Walahoo: Coaches generally respond quickly to emails, but some take quite a while. Don’t panic if you don’t hear back right away.</p>
<p>By the same token, you need to get a lot of potential schools into the mix. Coaches can and do dump many prospects. Right now, you could be the best shooting guard they can possibly get, or #7, and even if you are #7 on their list, they still may recruit you like crazy – for now.</p>
<p>Contact a large number of schools that make sense to you geographically, academically, personal fit-wise, and athletically. Talk to your own coach about the recruiting process, because your coach has likely been through it before, and you need her or him on your side as you go through this, anyway.</p>
<p>Ok thanks I’ll work on those things</p>